In spite of the rain, some progress

In spite of heavy rains this week, the framers have been working every chance they have. The framing for the roof and the sub-roof (that is probably not the right term) are in.

June 14, 2009

With the second floor framed and the roofline beginning to be defined, you can begin to see just what the house will look line. Gary was right, we can finally "see" the house!

A view from the driveway and a closer look at the front of the house.

Views from behind. Tom loves the windows in the four-season room. You can see where the deck will be with access from the kitchen as well as the four-season room.

A view of the four-season room from the entryway. That great hole is the fireplace, which will be flanked with a pair of French doors leading out.

A view of the hall from the Kitchen, Tom's heading for the bedroom. The guest bath to his left and the entry on the right.

The kitchen and the library, with a view of the garage beyond.

These pictures, take from the second floor guest room overlook the entry and master bedroom.

The main bath is pictured here on the left and below is my studio.

Tom on the stairway and the third bedroom.

First floor is framed

A nice surprise

Because of all the rain, we hadn't expected much to happen at the lot last week. But we stopped by anyway for a visit, and were pleasantly surprised to see the basement had been framed. This photo shows the walkout to the back yard and to the right of the picture you can see the large window that is going into the basement as well. We don't really have any plans to finish the basement, but you never know. Plus it will give me adequate light to use the space for the wetwork I do; painting, dying, felting and such and also for a workroom for Tom. Below are a few more pics of the framed foundation.

I've been asked why I haven't yet shown the houseplans. You may have noticed I've posted a line sketch of the house. Thanks, Gary for providing that! The house will actually mirror the sketch as the driveway is on the left. But it will give you a hint of what is coming. I will post the floor plans eventually, but not just yet!

We met Mike as we were leaving. He tells us that he needs to know where to put the stove ventelation... I thought I'd have more time to decide! We've been researching kitchens for weeks and still haven't come up with any decisions. I've even subscribed to a couple of magazines! We will be meeting with a kitchen designer in a couple of weeks.